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A fellow player mentioned to me the other day that they find whistles wear out after a few years and don't sounds as sharp. Has anyone experienced that? I've only been at it for a few years. So perhaps I just haven't played enough tunes yet. But it doesn't make sense to me. Sure, wood can eventually...

Thanks, Richard. I don't have any formal musical training. To transpose the tune from G to A, do I just shift everything up by one note?

So instead of starting with EGGFG, it would be FAAGA?

If that's right, where does the G# fall?

Thanks again for the help.

That looks pretty doable. Thanks.

You just half-hole those F nats and B flats as per below -- right?

F nat: XXX XVO
B flat: XVO OOO

Does anyone have a version that works nicely on a whistle?

Hello all - I recently picked up a wooden whistle. Any tips on how to oil -- especially the inside. Thanks and best, Joe

Hello all - I'm considering treating myself to an Oz or an Abell whistle. Anyone have thoughts on one vs the other? One thing that matters to me: I live in an apartment, and my neighbors appreciate quieter whistles. I know Abells can be pretty loud, but I'm not sure about Ozs. Best, Joe

Hello all - I have two Feadogs, a C and D, of which I'm fond. Both have developed hairline cracks in the fipple. Any advice on fixing? Tape? Glue? Chewing gum? Best, Joe

Thanks, all. Best, Joe

Hello all - Can anyone recommend a book of O'Carolan sheet music suitable for whistles? Thanks and best, Joe

Traded.

Hello all - I bought an MK Kelpie low D two years back and have hardly played it.

Anyone interested in trading for a low G?

Here is a link to the whistle new: http://mkwhistles.com/kelpie-ld.html

It comes with a felt carrying case.

I'm happy to send pictures to anyone interested.

Best,

Joe

I used number notation when first learning. My memory is using 0/2 for C-nat. Best, Joe

Hello all - Anyone have experience with a Carbony Bb?

If yes, what's the tone and volume like?

Best,

Joe

Hey thanks. By "session tune book" I simply meant a book of jigs, reels et al. I suppose "tune book" would have done the job.

Nonetheless, I got the suggestions I sought. Thanks much.

Best,

Joe